For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,607 students in 02043, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02043, MA are Plymouth River, South Elementary School and Wm L Foster Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02043 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02043, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02043, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plymouth River
(Math: 81% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
200 High Street
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1530
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1530
Gr: K-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
South Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
831 Main Street
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1540
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1540
Gr: K-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Wm L Foster Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
55 Downer Avenue
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1520
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1520
Gr: K-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Hingham Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1103 Main Street
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1550
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1550
Gr: 6-8 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
East Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2 Collins Street
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1570
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1570
Gr: PK-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02043, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02043, MA include Plymouth River, South Elementary School and Wm L Foster Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02043?
5 public elementary schools are located in 02043.
What is the racial composition of students in 02043?
02043 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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